Advanced Structural Engineer

Education Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

Clearance Requirements:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an Advanced Structural Engineer for Intelligence Systems, you’ll be a member a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT) designing and analyzing unique structural systems, working on and leading small technical teams, and coordinating with IPT Leads and program management to complete assignments. Our program offers opportunity to see your designs through fabrication and installation, often with hands-on participation via prototyping and testing.  Work products include structural systems, hardware components, mechanical assemblies, and prototypes supporting both program technology development tasking and customer operations initiatives.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: high attention to detail in analyzing structural assemblies and components fabricated from wood, metal, masonry, and/or composite materials; ability and flexibility to work in an often-dynamic environment with an open mind to unconventional design approaches; and experience with material and component testing, using ASTM standards as applicable, to verify design fitness.

What sets you apart:

• Civil or mechanical engineering background with a demonstrated proficiency in structural design and familiarity with consensus structural engineering codes – AISC, ACI, NDS, IBC, etc.
• Experience with preparation and presentation of technical briefings to communicate analysis results, technical trades, design requirements and specifications, and recommendations to customer technical and management staff
• Flexibility and willingness to work with multi-disciplined teams on a range of tasking, sometimes in new technology areas, outside the ranges of your expertise
• Hands-on construction experience and interest/ability to fabricate physical proof-of-concept mock-ups in a shop/highbay environment makes you a great match
• Experience with our current program standards – Ansys, Plaxis, Inventor, Revit – is a plus
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Structural Engineer (SE) registration, or ability to successfully obtain licensing in near term, is welcomed
• Minimum Secret-level clearance transferrable at time of hire required, higher level clearance is a plus

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

• This position is fully on-site due to the nature of program work and facility infrastructure
• Work will be performed at the GDMS facility in Herndon, Virginia

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At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran